Amaya Cook III

Company Description

About Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego.

About the Application Process

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Amaya Cook lll.

Responsibilities

The Cook III at Amaya is responsible for supporting daily restaurant operations through preparation, production, and basic execution of menu items. This position serves as a foundational culinary role, assisting higher-level cooks and chefs while maintaining Fairmont Grand Del Mar standards of quality, consistency, and sanitation.

Primary Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in preparing hot and cold food items for Amaya restaurant service
• Perform basic cooking tasks under the direction of Cook I, Cook II, or Chef leadership
• Execute prep work including washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning fruits, vegetables, and proteins
• Prepare simple menu components, stocks, sauces, and garnishes as assigned
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and follow proper knife and equipment safety
• Date, label, and rotate food items per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times
• Assist with miseen place for upcoming shifts and service periods
• Help monitor pars and report shortages or quality issues to leadership
• Properly store unused food items, ensuring correct covering, labeling, and dating
• Support buffet setup, breakdown, and restocking when required
• Carry out all reasonable requests by management within job capabilities

Qualifications

• Ability to verbally communicate effectively with guests and co-workers
• Ability to push, pull, bend, stoop, and reach overhead
• Valid Food Handler’s Card required
• Basic kitchen experience preferred; culinary education a plus
• Ability to work flexible schedules including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to follow recipes, verbal instructions, and kitchen standards
• Ability to wash, peel, cut, and prepare fruits and vegetables
• Basic knife skills and understanding of kitchen equipment
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with other departments
• Ability to understand and follow basic English instructions
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs
• Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
• Performing repetitive hand and wrist movements for chopping, slicing, and stirring.

Wage Information

The hourly rate for this position is $24.08

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.

What is in it for you:

• Complimentary Meals: Enjoy hot meals during your shift in our staff cafeteria
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Hotel Discounts: Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Food, Spa, and Resort Discounts: Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Career Growth Around the World: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
• Training & Development: Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Social Responsibility: Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Recognition & Rewards: Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
• Meaningful Work: Create memorable experiences for guests while making a positive impact through exceptional hospitality and service.

Health and Retirement Benefits

All full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Eligible single Full-Time employees can enroll in a $0 premium health plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Holidays

All Full-time and Part-time employees are eligible for:

• Vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Visa Requirements: Applicants must be legally eligible to work the United States.